Bring the thunder of American firepower to your tabletop with the NAM 4.2" Mortar Platoon for Team Yankee: ‘Nam. Known as the “Four-Deuce,” this heavy mortar system delivers devastating indirect fire support capable of breaking entrenched positions and suppressing enemy forces from afar. A vital component of U.S. artillery doctrine, it gives your Vietnam War force the long-range support it needs to dominate the battlefield.
Product Info:
This set represents a U.S. heavy mortar platoon equipped with 4.2" (107mm) mortars, providing long-range bombardment for your Team Yankee: ‘Nam army.
Includes:
– 15mm-scale 4.2" Mortar Teams with crew figures
– Detailed mortar weapons and bases
– Suitable for use in U.S. Team Yankee: ‘Nam forces
– Supplied unpainted and unassembled
About the Weapon:
The M30 4.2" (107mm) mortar was a mainstay of American indirect fire support during the Vietnam War. Known for its accuracy and explosive power, it could deliver high-explosive, smoke, or illumination rounds across long distances, making it invaluable for both offensive and defensive operations. Positioned in firebases or forward outposts, the “Four-Deuce” provided constant overwatch, disrupting enemy concentrations and supporting infantry maneuvers with pinpoint barrages.
In-Game Role:
In Team Yankee: ‘Nam, the 4.2" Mortar Platoon serves as a powerful indirect fire asset for U.S. commanders. Its superior range and blast radius allow it to clear objectives, soften enemy defenses, or deny key terrain. Ideal for firebase scenarios or static support positions, it delivers consistent and devastating bombardment to shape the course of battle.
Historical Context:
Widely deployed across South Vietnam, the M30 4.2" mortar played a crucial role in U.S. Army and Marine Corps operations. Its long reach and versatility made it a cornerstone of American firebases and a feared weapon among enemy forces. From hilltop strongholds to dense jungle perimeters, these mortars were instrumental in maintaining fire superiority throughout the conflict.
